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Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$60,010
Median Annual Salary
▼
-16.8% vs 2024
$70,580
Mean Salary
$60,010
Median Salary
$28.85
Hourly Rate
2,060 people work as Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California earn a median salary of $60,010 per year ($5,000/month).
This is 0.3% above the national average of $59,838.
California ranks #23 out of 43 states for Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians pay.
Approximately 2,060 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries decreased by 16.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
3.88
Active Listening
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.88
Active Learning
3.75
Speaking
3.38
Key Knowledge Areas
Engineering and Technology
3.71
Mathematics
3.57
Customer and Personal Service
3.54
English Language
3.42
Chemistry
3.35
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(67.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California
Salaries for Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California range from $45,540 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $111,110 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $49,400 and $81,230.
Median $60,010
P10: $45,540P25: $49,400P75: $81,230P90: $111,110
10th
$45,540
25th
$49,400
Median
$60,010
75th
$81,230
90th
$111,110
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,540
$21.89
$3,795
25th Percentile
$49,400
$23.75
$4,116
Median (50th)
$60,010
$28.85
$5,000
75th Percentile
$81,230
$39.05
$6,769
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$111,110
$53.42
$9,259
Note: The mean (average) salary of $70,580 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#23
California ranks #23 of 43 states
$59,838
National avg. for Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians
How much do Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians make in California?
The median annual salary for Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California is $60,010 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $70,580.
What is the salary range for a Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California?
Salaries for Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California range from $45,540 at the 10th percentile to $111,110 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $49,400 and $81,230.
What is the starting salary for a Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California?
Entry-level Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians positions in California typically start around $45,540 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $49,400 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,060 people are employed as Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in California is approximately $28.85 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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